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2nd shift supervisor salary

Average 2nd shift supervisor salary

$16.57

$34,465 yearly

Entry-level 2nd shift supervisor salary
$27,000 yearly salary
Updated December 15, 2025

Understanding the Average 2nd Shift Supervisor Salary

The average salary for a 2nd Shift Supervisor in the United States is approximately $34,465 per year, equating to around $17 per hour. Salary can vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and industry. For instance, supervisors in manufacturing or logistics often see higher earnings due to increased demand for skilled management in these areas.

Salary by State and Experience

Geographical location plays a significant role in salary disparities. States like California and New York typically offer higher wages compared to others. Additionally, experience level significantly impacts compensation; supervisors with several years of experience may earn upwards of $40,000 per year.

Job Opportunities

As a 2nd Shift Supervisor, you can explore various sectors such as manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Job listings often highlight the need for strong leadership, operational knowledge, and effective communication skills. Pursuing certifications or additional training can enhance your qualifications and lead to higher-paying positions.

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Columbus, OH$40,839
Marietta, GA$31,061
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BD$46,787
Valmont Industries$39,164

2nd shift supervisor salaries by experience level

Experience levelAvg. salaryHourly rate
Entry-level 2nd shift supervisor$34,000$16.34
Mid-level 2nd shift supervisor$43,000$20.66
Senior-level 2nd shift supervisor$43,600$20.94

2nd shift supervisor salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Salary.com and Glassdoor, the average salary for a 2nd shift supervisor typically falls between $34,465 and $64,706.
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$34,465yearly
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$64,706yearly
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$39,648yearly

Average 2nd shift supervisor salary by state

The average 2nd shift supervisor salary in Wyoming, North Dakota, and Maine are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average 2nd shift supervisor salary states are Alabama, Tennessee, and New Mexico.

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Highest paying states for 2nd shift supervisors

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1New Hampshire$40,481$19.46
2North Dakota$43,978$21.14
3Minnesota$40,125$19.29
4Wisconsin$38,118$18.33
5Iowa$37,309$17.94
6Connecticut$40,253$19.35
7Wyoming$50,184$24.13
8Maine$40,748$19.59
9Nebraska$37,349$17.96
10Massachusetts$39,632$19.05
11Michigan$35,936$17.28
12Alaska$39,118$18.81
13Ohio$35,346$16.99
14Rhode Island$38,459$18.49
15Indiana$34,226$16.45
16Illinois$36,453$17.53
17Pennsylvania$34,612$16.64
18Vermont$34,754$16.71
19New Jersey$37,538$18.05
20Colorado$38,398$18.46
21Kentucky$33,048$15.89
22South Dakota$33,582$16.15
23District of Columbia$39,122$18.81
24South Carolina$33,402$16.06
25Montana$35,726$17.18
26Washington$36,635$17.61
27New York$36,515$17.56
28California$35,221$16.93
29Missouri$33,688$16.20
30Delaware$34,697$16.68
31Oregon$35,375$17.01
32Tennessee$30,690$14.75
33Kansas$32,051$15.41
34Arizona$32,249$15.50
35Oklahoma$32,501$15.63
36Mississippi$31,443$15.12
37Idaho$33,205$15.96
38North Carolina$30,926$14.87
39Texas$31,925$15.35
40Utah$32,299$15.53
41Georgia$30,886$14.85
42Alabama$30,764$14.79
43Louisiana$31,898$15.34
44Arkansas$30,776$14.80
45Virginia$32,333$15.54
46Nevada$29,552$14.21
47Hawaii$33,674$16.19
48Maryland$31,199$15.00
49West Virginia$29,717$14.29
50Florida$26,648$12.81
51New Mexico$30,114$14.48

Highest paying cities for 2nd shift supervisors

The highest-paying cities for 2nd shift supervisors are Portland, ME, Minneapolis, MN, and Worcester, MA.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Portland, ME$40,839$19.63
2Minneapolis, MN$40,151$19.30
3Worcester, MA$39,754$19.11
4Madison, WI$38,034$18.29
5Cedar Rapids, IA$37,486$18.02
6Syracuse, NY$37,346$17.95
7Des Plaines, IL$36,656$17.62
8Grand Rapids, MI$36,052$17.33
9Portland, OR$35,393$17.02
10Fort Wayne, IN$35,056$16.85
11Allentown, PA$34,941$16.80
12Columbus, OH$34,913$16.79
13Ontario, CA$34,890$16.77
14Kansas City, MO$34,063$16.38
15Kingman, AZ$33,331$16.02
16Frankfort, KY$33,234$15.98
17Kansas City, KS$32,356$15.56
18Coppell, TX$32,151$15.46
19Madison, AL$31,217$15.01
20Marietta, GA$31,061$14.93

2nd shift supervisor salary details

A 2nd shift supervisor's salary ranges from $27,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $43,000 at the 90th percentile.

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Average 2nd shift supervisor salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a 2nd shift supervisor's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$43,000$3,583$21
75th Percentile$39,000$3,250$19
Average$34,465$2,872$17
25th Percentile$30,000$2,500$14
10th Percentile$27,000$2,250$13

Highest paying 2nd shift supervisor jobs

The highest paying types of 2nd shift supervisors are production supervisor/manager, manufacturing supervisor, and materials supervisor.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Production Supervisor/Manager$88,803$7,400$42.6974,197
Production Supervisor$63,391$5,283$30.4883,529
Processing Supervisor$53,013$4,418$25.4968,640
Manufacturing Supervisor$71,330$5,944$34.2968,725
Field Operations Supervisor$55,952$4,663$26.90161,811
Operation Supervisor$57,279$4,773$27.5494,116

Top companies hiring 2nd shift supervisors now:

  1. Staples jobs (112)
  2. Tyson Foods jobs (33)
  3. JBS USA jobs (22)
  4. Walmart jobs (111)
  5. True Value jobs (14)

Which companies pay 2nd shift supervisors the most?

2nd shift supervisor salaries at BD and Danaher are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average 2nd shift supervisor salary at companies like Bayer and L'Oréal are highly competitive.

RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rate
1BD$46,787$22.49
2Danaher$42,018$20.20
3Bayer$41,443$19.92
4L'Oréal$40,910$19.67
5Dairy Farmers of America$40,532$19.49
6Olympic Steel$40,506$19.47
7Highliner Food Svc$40,182$19.32
8QuintilesIMS$40,102$19.28
9Schneider Electric Industrial Services$39,963$19.21
10United Natural Foods$39,932$19.20
11Post Holdings$39,907$19.19
12Bethel University$39,565$19.02
13Hain Celestial$39,559$19.02
14Preferred$39,534$19.01
15Fabick Cat$39,399$18.94
16Cargill$39,339$18.91
17JPMorgan Chase & Co.$39,282$18.89
18American Woodmark$39,237$18.86
19Nucor$39,165$18.83
20Valmont Industries$39,164$18.83

Wage gap by gender, race and education

$37,000$36,400$35,800$35,200$34,600$34,000
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2nd Shift Supervisor salary by industry

The average 2nd shift supervisor salary varies across industries:

  • The average 2nd shift supervisor salary in the automotive industry is $36,245, the highest of any industry.
  • The average 2nd shift supervisor salary in the finance industry is $35,645.
  • 2nd shift supervisors in the energy industry earn an average salary of $31,432, the lowest of any industry.

Highest paying industries for 2nd shift supervisors

RankIndustryAverage salaryHourly rate
1Automotive$36,245$17.43
2Manufacturing$35,645$17.14
3Transportation$35,429$17.03
4Retail$35,105$16.88
5Technology$34,915$16.79
6Professional$32,733$15.74
7Energy$31,432$15.11

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2nd shift supervisor salary trends

The average 2nd shift supervisor salary has risen by $5,034 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average 2nd shift supervisor earned $29,431 annually, but today, they earn $34,465 a year. That works out to a 9% change in pay for 2nd shift supervisors over the last decade.

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Average 2nd shift supervisor salary over time

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2nd shift supervisor salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2026$34,500$16.57+2.5%
2025$33,600$16.16+1.5%
2024$33,100$15.93+2.6%
2023$32,300$15.52+1.9%
2022$31,700$15.23+2.5%

Recently added 2nd shift supervisor salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
ABM Industries2Nd Shift Supervisor, Parking and ValetSaint Paul, MN06/29/2025$41,740
StaplesWarehouse Bulk 2Nd ShiftGreencastle, PA06/29/2025$47,897
Universal Logistics Holdings2Nd Shift ForkliftAnkeny, IA06/29/2025$36,523
Universal Logistics Holdings2Nd Shift WarehouseConley, GA06/29/2025$35,479
Gordon Food Service2Nd Shift Warehouse ShippingSpringfield, OH06/29/2025$40,801
Anchor Packaging LLCShifts-Jobs at Paragould 2Nd & 3Rd ShiftsParagould, AR06/29/2025$33,392
Dr Power LLPAssembly-2Nd ShiftWhitewater, WI06/29/2025$44,557
Grand Pines Assisted Living CenterMedtech--2Nd/3Rd ShiftGrand Haven, MI06/29/2025$34,957
CVS HealthChase 2Nd Shift RateWaverly, NY06/28/2025$35,479
Stanley Black & Decker2Nd Shift Fabrication-Pay Starts atHesston, KS06/28/2025$38,004

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